m3connect at IHTF MENA 2025: Innovation for the Hotel Industry
On February 11th and 12th, 2025, m3connect will be participating in the International Hotel Technology Forum Middle East & North Africa (IHTF MENA) at the JW Marriott Hotel Marina in Dubai. The event brings together leading technology providers and decision-makers from the hotel industry in the EMEA region to present innovative and forward-thinking solutions.
Our Contribution to the Future of Hotel Technology:
At IHTF MENA, m3connect will present a versatile portfolio that helps hoteliers optimize their processes, reduce costs, and enhance the guest experience sustainably.
Our Competencies at a Glance:
IT Networking: With our holistic approach, we provide customized network solutions – from planning to implementation. We develop a tailored concept and manage the entire process, from setup to ongoing operation. This ensures maximum efficiency and significant cost savings.
Technical Equipment: We offer everything your hotel needs: from the right hardware, routers, and access points to modern TV systems and advanced headend systems. Our solutions are based on innovative technologies that not only improve the guest experience but also make operational processes more efficient.
Cloudification and Virtualization: We seamlessly integrate cloud applications into your network and offer flexible and scalable solutions. Additionally, we enable the virtualization of your applications in our own data centers to further enhance security and flexibility.
Implementation of IT Standards: By implementing standardized IT concepts, we improve the efficiency of your network structure and enable easy management, maintenance, and troubleshooting. These standards ensure consistent quality and contribute to resource savings and cost reduction.
Development of Standards: As your partner in optimizing hotel processes, we advise you on developing standards tailored to your needs. Together, we implement these standards to ensure smooth operations across all locations. Even after implementation, we remain by your side to ensure long-term success.
Our All-in-One Solution for Your Guest Experience: With conn4, our solution specifically designed for the hospitality industry, you can manage guest Wi-Fi, infotainment, VoIP, and digital signage centrally via an easy-to-use dashboard. The integrated Content Management System (CMS) allows you to create marketing campaigns effortlessly and display them on all hotel devices as well as guest devices.
A first look at our new TV portal: We are also presenting our new TV portal for the first time and look forward to discussing it with you and hearing your thoughts.
Meet Us in Person!
Our solutions are already successfully used by leading hotel chains such as AccorInvest, B&B Hotels, Marriott, and many other renowned companies. Get inspired and learn on-site how your hotel processes can be optimized.
📅 Date: February 11-12, 2025
📍 Location: JW Marriott Hotel Marina, Dubai
We look forward to speaking with you!
m3connect at the IHA – Cybersecurity in the Hospitality Sector
Today, we are on-site at the IHA to address a critical and growing topic for the hospitality industry: cybersecurity in hotel WiFi networks.
In his presentation, “Secure WiFi in Hotels: Practical Tips for Protecting Your Network When Guests Do What They Want,” Ralf Ander provides practical insights into how hotels can safeguard their networks and minimize risks.
As experts in network security, we assist hotels in developing future-proof WiFi solutions that are both powerful and secure. At the IHA, we are sharing best practices to help hotels effectively protect themselves against increasing cyber risks. We are also offering a practical checklist to allow hotel operators to assess the security of their own network infrastructure.
Here is the event program: Link
We look forward to engaging discussions!
m3connect Launches Next Growth Phase in Croatia
We are proud to announce the start of our next major expansion phase in Croatia! In a recent radio interview with Radio Šibenik i Trokut Šibenik and an article on the Croatian portal @sibenikIn, our General Manager for Croatia, Anita Privara, shares initial insights into our expansion plans and highlights what makes m3connect a unique employer in Croatia, as well as how we aim to strengthen our position in the region further.
Our decision to expand our location in Šibenik combines strategic goals with a strong commitment to the region. With the support of our international team, we aim to implement innovative projects in Šibenik while creating long-term perspectives for the local community—through the development of innovative technologies, the creation of new jobs, and the active promotion of regional development. As an employer, we place great value on a healthy work-life balance, future-proof career paths, and diverse benefits—standards that we uphold at all our locations.
“In times of increasing demands, the well-being of our employees is particularly important to us. At m3connect, we emphasize a balanced work-life balance and create good working conditions. This is not just a strategy for us—we want our employees to feel comfortable because they matter to us as individuals. This is part of our corporate culture across all locations.” – Anita Privara, General Manager Croatia, m3connect
We are proud that our enhanced presence locally also positions us excellently to support our partners and customers even more effectively in their digitalization projects.
Interested in a career in an international team?
We are currently looking for numerous IT service technicians for our location in Šibenik. The team works with international clients, participates in many exciting projects, and shapes the future of digital networking. Interested applicants can send their applications with a CV and cover letter directly via email to a.privara@m3connect.hr.
Motel One Opens The Cloud One Hotel in Düsseldorf with Smart Technology from m3connect
© The Cloud One Hotels
Aachen, October 28, 2024 – In October 2024, the new Cloud One Hotel at Kö-Bogen in Düsseldorf celebrated its grand opening. m3connect provides the technological foundation for smart, interconnected digital solutions.
With 157 rooms and an exclusive rooftop bar, The Cloud One Hotel, located close to Königsallee, expands Motel One Group’s portfolio of lifestyle hotels. The Cloud One brand, which debuted successfully in New York, is distinguished by modern design, smart technologies, and a sustainable concept – values the brand intends to establish at additional locations across Europe and the USA in the coming years.
Following the German debuts in Hamburg and Düsseldorf, ten more hotels are planned by 2026 in major cities across Europe and the U.S., including London, Lisbon, and Miami. This expansion strategy focuses on central locations and modern technical standards to attract international guests who seek not only comfort but also a digital and sustainable experience during their travels. With The Cloud One, Motel One Group responds to the evolving needs of modern travelers.
A core component of the new hotel brand is the digital infrastructure that allows guests to stay fully connected at all times – whether in their room, the lobby, or on the rooftop terrace. This connectivity is enabled by m3connect, the IT service provider that supplies the technological foundation at all locations. Thanks to this modern and reliable solution, guests benefit from high-speed WiFi and smart TV systems, while the entire digital infrastructure functions seamlessly in the background. This advanced technological setup makes The Cloud One Hotels particularly attractive to tech-savvy and business-oriented travelers.
In addition to its technological setup, the brand emphasizes a sustainability concept. All The Cloud One Hotels use 100% green energy, offer regional products, and prioritize eco-friendly amenities. This combination of digital convenience and environmental consciousness is at the core of the brand philosophy.
Since 2001, m3connect has grown to become one of Europe’s largest wireless internet service providers, with offices in Aachen, Karlsruhe, Munich, San Francisco, the United Arab Emirates, and Šibenik (Croatia). Globally, m3connect serves around 17,000 customer locations across 27 countries and, as a cloud technology pioneer, has been expanding its in-house platform for over 20 years. As a technology leader, m3connect offers state-of-the-art wireless internet connectivity with a flexible design. Using cutting-edge technologies like WiFi, private LTE, and 5G, m3connect creates innovative software solutions, including SD-WAN and various digital applications. Its services range from Digital Signage, Guest Infotainment Systems, VoIP, VoD to Location-Based Services, integrating its solutions seamlessly into the existing processes of its clients.
Founded in 2000 and based in Munich, the company has received numerous awards for its concept and is regarded as the founder of the budget design hotel category. As of June 2024, the company operates 96 hotels with 27,223 rooms in 13 countries. In 2022, Motel One GmbH launched its second lifestyle brand, The Cloud One Hotels.
Founded in 2022, The Cloud One Hotels brand offers a modern, unique concept with high-quality design. Located in prime areas of attractive cities, it serves as an ideal base for both business and leisure travelers, delivering experiences that convey a sense of authenticity and exclusivity. Guests can expect well-appointed rooms, excellent service, and an inspiring ambiance. The Cloud One Hotels is a brand of the Motel One Group, with current locations in New York, Hamburg, Nuremberg, and Prague (as of June 2024). Additional The Cloud One Hotels are planned for metropolitan areas in Europe and the U.S.
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Emina Iljazovic
Marketing & Communications Manager
m3connect GmbH
Pascalstraße 18
52064 Aachen
Email: e.iljazovic@m3connect.de